(La Porte, IN) - Pine Lake Avenue in La Porte is going to be resurfaced beginning soon.

 

According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, the resurfacing will be from New Porte Boulevard to Indiana 39.The work to be performed by Rieth Riley Construction will begin on April 3rd. According to INDOT, one lane will be closed at a time through the duration of the project. There will also be intermittent intersection closures with no more than two intersections closed at the same time.  The work will be ongoing through early July.

 

“Motorists should be prepared for changing traffic patterns and intersection access through this area,” INDOT officials said.

 

INDOT said work will include patching, replacing curb and gutter, bringing ramps up to compliance with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act and installation of additional drainpipes. This project will also work in coordination with construction on Phase 2 of the Chessie Trail. 

 

The organization encourages drivers to allow extra time when driving through this area and follow traffic directions carefully.  Motorists should slow down, exercise caution and drive distraction-free through all work zones.